SKI CIRCUS CIRCUIT See the valley with different eyes

The four routes stand for pure skiing fun: it takes around two hours to complete the 19-kilometre Saalbach circuit, which also takes you across the famous slalom and giant slalom piste of the 1991 Alpine World Ski Championships on the Kohlmais. The Hinterglemm circuit, on the other hand, covers 30 kilometres in around three and a half hours. Extensive skiing pleasure and a stunning panorama are also guaranteed on the Leogang circuit. This tour includes Leogang's local mountain - the Asitz - and covers a total of 26 kilometres. The journey takes around two and a half hours. On the Tyrol circuit, you cross the border between Salzburg and Tyrol on skis and can really let off steam on a total of 22 kilometres. You should also allow around two and a half hours for the tour.


Piste map Saalbach circuit

SAALBACH CIRCUIT

The circuit for everyone and perfect for "arriving" at the start of your holiday in Saalbach. Enjoy skiing on the sunny, blue pistes of the relaxed Saalbach circuit. Insider tips: On the Kohlmais, you can ski down the famous slalom and giant slalom piste from the 1991 Alpine World Ski Championships. A detour via the I4 Polten 8er to the Asitzmulde on the Leogang side is also highly recommended on this tour.

Course: A1+A2 Schattberg X-press, piste 4, A5 Limberg 4-seater, pistes 2 & 2a, I1+I2 Schönleitenbahn, pistes 162 & 164, I3 Schönleiten 6-seater, pistes 166 & 157, H5 Magic 6-seater, pistes 158 & 166, H4 Panorama 6-seater, pistes 155 & 152

Piste map Hinterglemm circuit | © saalbach.com

HINTERGLEMM CIRCUIT

The Hinterglemm circuit is a tour with many metres in altitude and wonderful long descents for sporty skiers. This attractive circuit offers numerous opportunities to stop off at one or two cosy ski huts. Tip: You can test your skills on the SkiMovie and speed course at the A9 Unterschwarzachbahn. A short detour to the B6 Seekarlift is also worthwhile on this circuit.

Course: A10 Bergfriedlift, piste 10, A9 Unterschwarzachbahn, piste 8a, B3 12er Express, piste 38, B1+B2 12er KOGEL, pistes 30 & 31a, B5 Zehner 6er, pistes 31, 30, 37 & 37a, B1+B2 12er KOGEL, piste 40, C1 Hochalmbahn, piste 51, C2 Spieleck 6er, Piste 51, C3 Hochalm 6-seater, pistes 56 & 57, D3 Rosswald 6-seater, piste 70, D2 Hasenauer 8-seater, pistes 79 & 80, D5 Sunliner 4-seater, piste 87, G3 Wetterkreuz 6-seater, pistes 146 & 145, A1+A2 Schattberg X-press, pistes 4 & 5, A6 Schattberg Sprinter, pistes 8 & 8a

Piste map Leogang circuit

LEOGANG CIRCUIT

The Leogang circuit offers extensive fun on the piste and a stunning panorama. On the flat eastern slopes in the Asitzmulde, you can conjure up your first turns in the freshly groomed snow before heading towards Saalbach on the gentle southern slopes of Schönleiten and Kohlmais. You then return to Leogang via the Schattberg - always accompanied by breathtaking views of the Leoganger Steinberge. The Leogang loop can also be started from the L3+L4 Steinbergbahn cable car.

Course: L1+L2 Asitzbahn, piste 212, L5 Asitzgipfelbahn 8-seater, pistes 219 & 219a, L7 Asitzkogelbahn 8-seater, pistes 222 & 164, I3 Schönleiten 6-seater, pistes 166 & 152, A1+A2 Schattberg X-press, pistes 2 & 2a, I1+I2 Schönleitenbahn, piste 162, I4 Polten 8-seater, piste 222, L6 Muldenbahn 8-seater, pistes 215, 206, 205 & 203

Piste map Fieberbrunn circuit | © saalbach.com

TIROL CIRCUIT

The Tirol circuit stands for absolute fun on the piste! However, with its challenging red pistes, it appeals more to ambitious winter sports enthusiasts. The circuit is perfect for getting to know the Tyrolean mountains in the Skicircus and promises fabulous views. Tip: A repeat run on the E1+E2 Reckmoos Nord is highly recommended. The natural pistes with numerous waves and the wild landscape make for real winter fun.

Course: F1 Streuböden, F2 Lärchfilzkogel, piste 110, E1+E2 Reckmoos Nord, piste 122a, E3 Hochhörndl 4-seater, pistes 122, 123 & 124, E6 TirolS, piste 87, G3 Wetterkreuz 6-seater, piste 146, G1 Bernkogelbahn, piste 146, G2 Bernkogel 6-seater, piste 148, D6 Reiter-Ost 6-seater, pistes 87 & 125, E5 TirolS, E4 Reckmoos Süd, piste 121, E1 Reckmoos Nord, piste 109, F8 Maiskopflift, piste 105


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